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असहमतism की अभिव्यक्ति संसद के कामकाज का केंद्रीय तत्व है। इसके आलोक में, भारत की संसदीय व्यवस्था में विपक्ष के नेता (LoP) की भूमिका पर चर्चा कीजिए। (उत्तर 150 शब्दों में दीजिए) / Expression of dissent is central to the functioning of the Parliament. In light of this, discuss the role of the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in India's parliamentary system. (Answer in 150 words)

Introduction

LoP is a significant office in India's parliament and democracy in general. He has been given status of 'cabinet minister'.

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Main Body

LoP is a significant office in India's parliament and democracy in general. He has been given status of 'cabinet minister'.

In [15th] Lokasabha - LoP has been recognised as the Congress party was able to secure [0.l of seats with Rahul Gandhi becoming LoP.

Role of LoP in parliamentary system:

1Represent the collective voice of opposition in the house

2Debates, criticise and adds inputs in government's legislative business

3Brings matter of national importance to the house and raises debate on them [tag] NEET paper leak case.

4Holds the government accountable through various parliamentary devices like adjournment motion, censure motion, no confidence motion etc.

5As part of parliamentary committee, all party meetings brings up the necessary shortcomings of government and adds dignity.

6Appointment of various office holders [tag] Election Commission, [Anoop Basurud case]

[tag] Heads of NCSC etc.

Keeps public informed of government stand

Interest Articulation

Link between people - party - government.

Challenges -

1Politicised role - leading to unnecessary wisdom

2Office sometimes not given due importance by government

LoP in UK is called 'Alternative Prime-Minister' indicating its importance in the legislative sphere and democracy.

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Conclusion

LoP in UK is called 'Alternative Prime-Minister' indicating its importance in the legislative sphere and democracy.

16 words

Examiner score

1.1/10

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Topper

Dishant A. Nisar

AIR 192024

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Parliament and State Legislatures - Structure, Functioning, Powers & Privileges

Structure and Functioning

Role of Leader of Opposition

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232

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